I ordered from Goldbelly for the first time this week to try out the service (and an American Express Platinum benefit) and this was my experience. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please...
Review: Brand New Park Hyatt Shenzhen – Suite
The brand new Park Hyatt Shenzhen perfects luxury high above southeastern China’s Silicon Valley. When given the opportunity to review the property, I couldn’t pass it up. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook or Instagram, add us today....
Oculus Go May Be The Perfect Airplane Inflight Entertainment
The Oculus Go is a Virtual Reality headset that may just be the best inflight entertainment device a passenger can bring on an airplane. But that doesn’t mean you will want to use it. If you haven’t followed us...
Luggage Review: Wool & Oak Duffle Bag
For several years I have been traveling a mix of short road trips and some longer journeys domestically and abroad. For shorter trips, I prefer to simplify my packing and bring as little as possible. The Wool & Oak...
Review: Radisson Admiral Hotel Toronto
For our Christmas/New Year vacation, we found a tremendous deal in business class on American Airlines from Toronto to Beijing with one stop in either direction. Usually we would book a positioning flight to begin and end our trip...
Globalist for 24 Months: Mattress Running for Hyatt Status
I’ve long been a fan of Hyatt hotels (as my reviews will show) and have held Diamond status for the last three years. When my good friend Matthew broke the news that Hyatt was changing their program from Gold Passport to...
Review: Hong Kong Disneyland
Though we had been to and through Hong Kong more times than we could count, we have some favorite spots in the city that make any layover greater than four hours worth leaving the airport. We had never taken...
Travel Book Review: “SOAR” by Shashank Nigam
I am always on the lookout for new travel industry books to read. I don’t often review books on this blog, but after Gary at VFTW posted a list of books he liked, I realized others were looking for...
Review: Raden A28 Checked Smart Luggage
Raden sent me one of their A28 Check luggage to see if it could hold up to my challenge. After the abuse it took, I won’t be sending it back. (I received no other compensation for writing this review.) Here’s...
Review: Radisson Hotel Bandar Seri Begawan – Brunei Darussalam
My wife and I planned a short trip to Brunei and we were not disappointed. Finding a Club Carlson property in the city center, Radisson Bandar Seri Begawan, was a relief. Here is why we would and wouldn’t return following...
Review: Park Hyatt Beijing — Luxury Is Personal Even For Kids
I already knew from a previous stay that the Park Hyatt Beijing was going to impress, but I can honestly say that I had no idea just how much their personal touches, during our recent stay, would leave a...
Review: GoBAG – Perfect for Me (Guest Post)
This is a Guest Post from Aaron Stewart (bio below). He has a different approach than I do to trips. He loves upgrades and staying in five star hotels like the rest of us, but isn’t afraid to sit...
Review: GoBag – Great for Some Trips, Not for All Trips
I found the GoBAG on Kickstarter and immediately I saw three traits that suited me. I am always on the lookout for the perfect carry-on. But what is the perfect carry-on? How do you define that? Consider the following...
Luggage Review: The Away Carry-on
Luggage is a frequent traveler’s most important tool. I had the chance to review the Away Carry-on and my experience was a mix of both what I expected in smart luggage and a few surprises. If you are considering...
Texture – Saving My Marriage Month by Month
Texture is a digital magazine service that allows readers to peruse their favorite periodical without the bulk oh home delivery paper magazines. The service has enhanced my experience and my marriage… There is something particularly enjoyable about carelessly turning...
Things I Love: Luggage
As a traveling family we have an awful lot of things to take with us these days. There are clothes for us, for our little Lucy, and after learning our lesson with unexpected layovers – clothes for just about...
Things I Love: Travel Accessories
I am always looking for ways to make our family travels easier, safer, and generally more organized. I have found a few products that I absolutely love and are my must haves while traveling with baby-in-tow. Up & Away...
